October/November 2014
On the cover: Brilliant fall colors and dark-tinted waters draw visitors to Tahquamenon Falls. Photo by Thomas Brouwer.
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FEATURES
Dark Waters, Swift Waters by Tom Pink
Near the naturally dark waters of Tahquamenon River find waterfalls, good beer, friendly bears, shipwreck history, adventure and beauty.
First to Fall: Ontario & Minnesota Colorful Shores
The jump-start to spectacular autumn colors around Lake Superior begins on our northern shores, as these regional photographers show.
They Like to Move It, Move It by Molly Hoeg
Want to show off your knowledge about the latest maritime activity and season around our Big Lake? This story will put you in the know.
A “keeper” at Split Rock Lighthouse for more than three decades and a good community booster, Lee Radzak earns this year’s honors.
LAKE SUPERIOR RECREATION GUIDE
Skiing: Going to the Extreme by Phil Bencomo
The slopes of Mount Bohemia are attracting top-notch powderheads.
Dog Sledding: Topping the CopperDog by Lesley DuTemple
Meet the winning couple who captured a Michigan sled dog title.
Cycling: One Heck of a Race by Bob Berg
Minnesota’s Heck of the North brings cycling to the wild side of town.
Rec Roundup by Bob Berg & Phil Bencomo
Mont du Lac, Paralympics, snowmobiling and beacons to call for help.
The Directory: Events, services, destinations and more.
LAKE SUPERIOR LIVING
Home: Madeline Island Makeover by Konnie LeMay
A couple raises the roof and transforms their cottage into a home.
Health & Wellness: Stealth Health Threat by Konnie LeMay
Haven’t tested your home for radon? Here’s why you should.
Recipe Box: The Goodness of Gouda by Juli Kellner
Recipes from the region’s award-winning Gouda producers.
DEPARTMENTS
Letters
Behind the Pages
Welcome to the Big Lake: Do It for the Trees by Konnie LeMay
Around the Circle by Phil Bencomo
Reviews: Outside View from Within
Lake Superior Journal: Above It All by Donn Larson
By the Shores: Superior Fury at Miners Beach by Steve Perry
Travel & Events by Bob Berg
Lake Superior Marketplace
View•Point: Seeing Gray by Richard Hoeg